{"heroAccentLabel":"Need Answers?","heroHeadline":"Frequently Asked","heroHeadlineHighlight":"Questions","heroSubheadline":"Find answers to the most common questions about diving with sharks in Fuvahmulah.","heroBackgroundImage":"","phoneNumber":"+960 123 4567","emailAddress":"[email protected]","ctaHeadline":"Still Have Questions?","ctaSubheadline":"Can't find the answer you're looking for? Contact us directly and we'll be happy to help.","content":"","faqs":[{"id":64,"question":"Do I need a diving certification?","answer":"
Yes, a minimum of PADI Open Water (or equivalent) certification is required for our scuba diving packages. For freediving packages, no certification is needed but basic swimming ability is required. We also offer discovery dives for beginners under direct supervision.<\/p>\n","category":"Getting Started","icon":"","priority":"1"},{"id":65,"question":"How safe is tiger shark diving?","answer":"
Tiger shark diving at Fuvahmulah has an excellent safety record. Our guides have over 15 years of experience with these animals. We maintain strict safety protocols, small group sizes (max 4 divers per guide), and our 100% safety record speaks for itself. Tiger sharks in Fuvahmulah are well-fed and accustomed to divers.<\/p>\n","category":"Safety","icon":"","priority":"2"},{"id":66,"question":"What is the best time to visit?","answer":"
Tiger sharks are present year-round in Fuvahmulah with a 99.9% sighting rate. However, the best conditions are from November to April when visibility is at its peak (30-50m) and seas are calmer. Thresher sharks are best seen from April to December, and whale sharks from January to May.<\/p>\n","category":"Planning","icon":"","priority":"3"},{"id":67,"question":"What should I bring?","answer":"
We provide all diving equipment. You should bring: reef-safe sunscreen, swimwear, a rash guard, your certification card, a dive computer (optional, we have rentals), an underwater camera (optional), and light clothing for the tropical climate.<\/p>\n","category":"Equipment","icon":"","priority":"4"},{"id":68,"question":"How do I get to Fuvahmulah?","answer":"
Fuvahmulah has a domestic airport (FVM) with daily flights from Mal\u00e9 (Velana International Airport). The flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. We offer airport pickup and transfer to your accommodation. International flights connect through Mal\u00e9.<\/p>\n","category":"Travel","icon":"","priority":"5"},{"id":69,"question":"What is included in the dive packages?","answer":"
All our packages include: professional dive guides, boat transfers to dive sites, full diving equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, tanks), underwater photography\/video of your dives, safety equipment, and refreshments. Accommodation and meals are available as add-ons.<\/p>\n","category":"Packages","icon":"","priority":"6"}]}